The 2025 Oscars BuzzMeter: What's getting the buzz so far?
'Wicked' box office proves Hollywood needs to take family films seriously again
Hey, Hollywood, don't throw the baby, or at least the 8-year-old, out with the bathwater. Strong 'Wicked' opening shows family movies are more in demand than ever.
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'Enjoy the basement!' New California members of Congress move in to Capitol — as the old move out
While incoming members pick paint and drapes for their new offices, departing members are shoved into a collective basement space.
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Mike Schur watched a documentary. Next thing, he has a Ted Danson comedy on his hands
Mike Schur found unlikely inspiration for his new Ted Danson comedy in a Chilean documentary. His goal: to make viewers feel like they want to call their moms.
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Why did California 'kill' its booming hemp-derived THC industry?
After banning hemp products that contain THC and other intoxicating compounds, California regulators are starting to crack down — catching some retailers by surprise and upending the lucrative market for cannabis-adjacent drinks and gummies.
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Are California farmers on a collision course with Trump deportation plans?
If Trump's plans for mass deportations penetrate California’s heartland, it almost surely would decimate the workforce farmers rely on to plant and harvest their crops. So, why aren't farmers worried?
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18 books to give toddlers, young readers and teens for the holidays
The gift of a great story starts here, with titles including picture books and YA. Reese Witherspoon and Trevor Noah are here, but so are some non-celeb authors.
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Jharrel Jerome had much to grapple with in 'Unstoppable' — learning to move, for one
The young Emmy winner had to learn a lot and face some fears over the five years it took to make the story of real-life, one-legged wrestler Anthony Robles.
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How 'The Franchise' balances Hollywood satire and humanity
'The Franchise' showrunner Jon Brown wanted to capture the over-the-top aspects of superhero movies without losing the humanity of those working on them.
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9 L.A. locals share their favorite walks in the city
L.A. Times readers share their favorite places to walk in Los Angeles, from the Ballona Lagoon nature path to Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown L.A.
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Inside the high-stakes battle for L.A.’s screening rooms during awards season
Behind the scenes of winning over Oscar voters, the fight for L.A.’s best screening rooms has become a critical — and costly — part of awards season campaigns.
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Hollywood unions are facing an uphill battle against Trump, AI and the slowdown
Video game actors, visual effects artists, animation workers and intimacy coordinators are all making big moves in the Hollywood labor space.
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Groundwater pumping is causing land to sink at record rate in San Joaquin Valley
Groundwater pumping has been causing the land to sink at a record pace in California's San Joaquin Valley. New research suggests ways of addressing the problem.
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Moo Deng is a worldwide phenomenon. How long can this global love affair last?
Moo Deng, the pygmy hippo who rose to fame on social media, is still attracting visitors and licensing deals, but celebrity can be fleeting. How long will it take for another cute baby animal to wear her crown?
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TV’s Dr. Oz invested in businesses regulated by agency Trump wants him to lead
Were celebrity doctor Mehmet Oz confirmed to run the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, his job would involve interacting with giants of the industry that contributed to his wealth.
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NYC Rep. Ritchie Torres torches ‘complicit’ Adams and Hochul admins after serial stabber who killed 3 slipped through the cracks
Enraged Bronx Rep. Ritchie Torres slammed the administration of Mayor Eric Adams and Albany-led Gov. Kathy Hochul as "complicit" in madman Ramon Rivera's murderous stabbing spree.
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How I learned to stop worrying about the national debt – even though it’s $35 trillion
When the numbers are sorted out in real terms, Uncle Sam actually has less debt than years past, not more.
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The D.C. Council banned turning right on red citywide. It won’t be enforced.
The D.C. Council voted to make right turns at red lights illegal starting in 2025. But the mayor’s administration is resisting a wholesale ban.
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Where Are You Most Likely to Find a Group of People Called a Claque?
Test your wits on the Slate Quiz for Nov. 25, 2024.
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Slate Crossword: Horror Movie in Which Hugh Grant Mansplains Mormonism (Seven Letters)
Ready for some wordplay? Sharpen your skills with Slate’s puzzle for Nov. 25, 2024.
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Tears at Reason Why Cat Has to Now Wear a Onesie
"You shouldn't dress your cats up simply for fun, however Bin Bin is a special case," the poster wrote in the caption.
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Everyone on the Internet Is Wrong About Biden and Inflation
Just look at what’s going on around the world.
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Elon Musk Says He Rewatched 'Office Space' To Prepare for DOGE
Elon Musk says he watched the movie "Office Space" while preparing to co-lead DOGE alongside Vivek Ramaswamy.
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I Just Listened to Steve Bannon’s Show for a Week. What’s Coming Is Clear.
He's gloating. But he's also sounding a warning.
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Ukraine War Map Reveals Russia's Rapid Front Line Advances
Since September, Russian forces have made more gains than in the whole of 2023, an independent think tank has said.
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Ukraine Attacks Russian Missile Factory in Drone Strike
Ukraine conducted several drone strikes in Kaluga and Kursk last night, causing fires at a factory and an oil depot.
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Plastic waste is everywhere. Countries have one more chance to agree on a solution
Negotiations over a U.N. treaty to cut plastics have been bogged down. Environmental groups blame the oil and gas industry.
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DHL plane crashes in Lithuania amid concern over Russian sabotage
A DHL cargo plane crash landed in Lithuania, killing one crew member, but authorities say it's too soon to link it to suspected Russian sabotage operations.
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Russian missile strikes Kharkiv as Zelenskyy calls on allies for 'unwavering' aid
Ukrainian authorities said that at least 19 people were injured and 41 buildings damaged by a Russian missile strike in the northeastern city of Kharkiv.
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Glen Powell Gives Amazing Gift to Winner of His Lookalike Contest
On Sunday, hundreds of fans turned up at a park in downtown Austin, Texas, to crown the winner of a Glen Powell lookalike contest.
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'Dodgeball' Actor Suffered Medical Emergency on Film Set
The actor Alan Tudyk almost died and said that, if you watch the movie, you can see him being sick in the scene.
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Cher was ‘shocked’ to discover her legal name after birth certificate error
The "Believe" hitmaker said she was under the impression that her real name was Cherilyn for years -- until she finally went to change her legal name to Cher.
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Alex Wong: What Trump's New National Security Official Has Said About China
Wong made a high-profile visit to Taiwan during Trump's first term and has warned that the U.S. must prepare for tensions not seen since World War II.
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How Universities Cracked Down on Pro-Palestinian Activism
Stricter rules and punishments over campus protests seem to be working. Universities have seen just under 950 protest events this semester, compared to 3,000 in the spring.
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Ashley Madison reveals top 20 American cities for scandalous, adulterous behavior this winter
Ashley Madison chief strategy officer Paul Keable provided Fox News Digital with an exclusive look at the 20 cities across America that are ripe for winter affairs.
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D.C.-area forecast: Mild start to week but cold finish; rain possible on Thanksgiving
Highs will struggle to surpass 40 by the weekend.
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Brine your Thanksgiving turkey in this for golden skin: 'Dripping with juice'
Darryl Postelnick, host of the "Cooking With Darryl" TikTok account, revealed his secret for the perfect juicy turkey this Thanksgiving: brining it in buttermilk.
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The Big Ticket Items to Consider Buying Before Trump's Tariffs Kick In
With tariffs looming, "shoppers eyeing big-ticket items this Black Friday should consider moving quickly," WalletHub's Chip Lupo told Newsweek.
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Revealed: Deadliest Stretch of US-Mexico Border
Migrants are dying in their thousands at the southern border, with women and children increasingly among those who perish.
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November Mercury retrograde hacks: What boosts productivity — and what to ditch
It's the most maligned time of the year, folks.
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When Jesus Is on the Curriculum
A Second Amendment state is playing fast and loose with the First.
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Raw Milk Recall as Bird Flu Found During Test
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump's health secretary pick, has promoted raw milk, which contains bacteria that can cause illness.
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Beef Tallow Alert Issued by FSIS: 'Unfit for Human Consumption'
The FSIS is issuing a public health alert for beef products which were illegally imported from Mexico into the United States and are "unfit" for consumption.
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Dog Makes New Feline Friend on Walk, Internet Insists It's His 'Cat Now'
"That cat plans on making your dog one of his henchmen," one viewer commented under the viral video.
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Winter Weather Warnings for 14 States With 7 Feet of Snow to Hit
Multiple winter storm warnings and advisories are in place across the country, with cold weather expected to bring travel chaos.
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These are America’s favorite Thanksgiving side dish trends in 2024
According to the report, 56% of Americans prefer eating side dishes instead of turkey. Another 60% say they would rather cook sides over the turkey itself.
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Fighter pilot, decorated combat veteran Jeff Witt announces bid to fill Florida House seat vacated by Gaetz
Fighter pilot and decorated combat veteran Jeff Witt is entering the race to fill former Rep. Matt Gaetz's seat representing Florida's 1st congressional district.
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Así serán las Finales de Conferencias de la MLS: LA Galaxy-Sounders, Orlando City-NY Red Bulls
Cuatro equipos, dos por cada conferencia, decidirán al nuevo campeón de la MLS. El LA Galaxy se perfila como el favorito para llevárselo todo.
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